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Bank of England Holds Interest Rates at 5.25%

The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Discover the immediate impact on mortgages, savings, and the UK housing market amidst ongoing inflation concerns.

Premium Bonds Beat Bond Market Bullies

Exclusive analysis reveals how National Savings & Investments' Premium Bonds are defying financial giants and complex markets, offering a compelling, accessible alternative for UK savers seeking security and the chance of tax-free wins.

NatWest and RBS Slash Fixed Mortgage Rates

In a significant move, NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland have announced sweeping cuts to their fixed-rate mortgage deals, offering hope to borrowers amidst the cost-of-living crisis.

CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off

Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi

San Francisco's Westfield Mall Faces Collapse

The once-thriving Westfield San Francisco Centre is haemorrhaging major retailers, with Nordstrom's recent closure leaving it 75% empty. Soaring crime, rampant shoplifting, and a severe homelessness crisis are crippling the downtown economy, sparking a 'd

Rachel Reeves pledges business rates freeze and overhaul

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's plan to overhaul business rates, freeze the multiplier, and increase the threshold for small business relief, aiming to revitalise Britain's struggling high streets.

AI Super Trolleys Trialed in UK To End Queues & Shoplifting

Tesco and Asda are trialling AI-powered 'super trolleys' with built-in scanners, scales, and cameras. This revolutionary tech aims to eliminate checkout queues, slash shoplifting, and transform the British shopping experience forever.

UK Population Decline: The Coming Demographic Crisis

Exclusive investigation into the UK's looming population collapse. Discover why birth rates are plummeting, the economic timebomb this creates, and what policymakers aren't telling you about our demographic future.

UK Savings Crisis: Average Easy Access Rate Plummets

Exclusive analysis reveals a growing savings gap in the UK, with high street banks offering paltry returns while the best easy-access deals deliver 25 times more interest. Discover why loyal customers are losing out.

UK Comedian Caught Shoplifting in Spanish Zara Store

Exclusive: A well-known British comedian faces public disgrace after being caught shoplifting high-end clothing from a Zara store in Spain, sparking international headlines and career implications.

Sainsbury's Simple Strategy Slashes Shoplifting

Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts reveals a surprisingly straightforward and inexpensive method that is dramatically reducing theft and abuse towards staff in its supermarkets, proving effective where high-tech solutions often fail.

Green Politician: Shoplifting Can Be 'Justified' in Poverty

Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski faces a major backlash after suggesting shoplifting is a 'symptom of poverty' and can be justified for those in desperate need, drawing condemnation from retailers and politicians alike.

FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates

Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.

Sainsbury's facial recognition tech sparks privacy row

Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.

Shop Owner Shames Shoplifters with Viral CCTV Footage

A UK business owner fights back against shoplifters by publicly shaming them with hilarious CCTV footage of them stealing rubber ducks, bath bombs, and chocolate. His viral campaign highlights the growing crisis facing small retailers.

UK House Prices See Sharpest Annual Drop Since 2011

New data from Nationwide reveals UK house prices fell by 5.3% annually in December 2023, marking the most significant decline in over a decade as higher mortgage rates continue to dampen the property market.

Arrest Warrant for Thief Caught on Crystal-Clear CCTV

An arrest warrant has been issued for a prolific thief whose brazen shoplifting spree was captured in crystal-clear CCTV footage. Police are hunting the suspect after he targeted a store in a busy town centre.

Brazen Gang Loots London Pharmacy in Broad Daylight

Shocking footage captures the moment a gang of thieves brazenly loots a Central London pharmacy in broad daylight, while terrified staff are powerless to intervene. The audacious heist highlights a worrying trend in urban crime.

Richard Madeley's Shoplifting Hypocrisy Exposed

Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley faces a fierce backlash after making controversial comments on shoplifting, with critics branding him a 'hypocrite' given his own historic arrest for the same offence. The TV host's remarks on live television

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